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NG08 WFW

2008 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

173,098 mi
Last recorded173,098 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 WFW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 173,098 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear suspension and arms croaded quite hevey

Pass 5 Nov 2022 167,331 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2021 165,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Some under vehicle items not checked due to under shields fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2020 164,433 miles

engine cover fitted (unable to inspect some components)

under body covers fitted (unable to inspect some components)

Fail 5 Nov 2020 164,386 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

engine cover fitted (unable to inspect some components)

under body covers fitted (unable to inspect some components)

Pass 22 Nov 2019 154,861 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

unable to fully inspect underside components due to plstic covers fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2019 154,856 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

unable to fully inspect underside components due to plstic covers fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2019 148,418 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At centre rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 26 Mar 2019 142,315 miles

not able to inspect testable items behind plastic covers

Pass 20 Nov 2018 135,586 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 128,145 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

unable to fully inspect underside rigid brake pipes due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2018 119,811 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre side wall has a cut on

Pass 23 Nov 2017 116,708 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 110,446 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 102,126 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 26 Apr 2016 88,551 miles

Engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some items

Under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some items

Pass 9 Nov 2015 78,911 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 19 Nov 2014 53,220 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 32,257 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 30,619 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 25,534 miles

rear washer inop

Pass 20 May 2011 19,602 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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NG08 WFW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 100,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NG08 WFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NG08 WFW registered?

NG08 WFW is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is NG08 WFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG08 WFW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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